Lanji

Lanji is a village located in Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Bishamakatak (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Kumardhamuni is the gram panchayat of Lanji village.

Lanji has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanji is 425425. The village spans a total geographical area of 97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765019. Rayagada is nearest town to Lanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

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Population of Lanji

Below is a concise population overview of Lanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 215 106 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 21 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 22 12 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 193 94 99
Literate Population 32 27 5
Illiterate Population 183 79 104

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lanji village:

  • The total population of Lanji village is around 215, including approximately 106 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Lanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lanji village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 193 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lanji village is about 14.88%, with male literacy at 25.47% and female literacy at 4.59%.
  • There are around 56 households in Lanji village.

Connectivity of Lanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanji. As per the 2011 stats, Lanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Lanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Lanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanji.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lanji

Where is Lanji located?
Lanji village is situated in Bishamakatak Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanji is Kumardhamuni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lanji?
The pincode of Lanji is 765019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanji is 215, with 106 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lanji village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanji is 14.88%. The male literacy rate is 25.47%, while the female literacy rate is 4.59%.